Indulge in a culinary delight with our delectable Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins, a harmonious blend of autumn flavors and creaminess. These muffins are a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack. With just a few simple steps, you can create these delightful treats that combine the richness of cream cheese with the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your dietary preferences, including gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan variations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you towards muffin perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking journey that will fill your home with the enticing aroma of pumpkin spice and cream cheese.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
CREAM CHEESE FILLED PUMPKIN MUFFINS
There's nothing I like better than a certain coffee chain's 'Pumpkin Spice Latte' and one of their 'Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins.' I don't like paying the price, so I cloned them to the best of my ability at home.
Provided by witchywoman
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Pumpkin Bread Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
- Stir the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, pumpkin pie spice, cardamom, ginger, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl.
- Beat the brown sugar and the eggs together with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Add 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and pumpkin; continue beating until integrated. Pour the flour mixture into the egg mixture and beat until just incorporated.
- Fill the prepared muffin cups about half-full with the batter. Spoon about 1 teaspoon cream cheese into the center of each muffin cup and poke it down into the middle of the batter with a finger. Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over each muffin.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 25 minutes. Let cool in pan 5 minutes and remove to a rack to cool completely. Be extra careful; the cream cheese stays hot for a while!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 280.4 mg, Sugar 19.2 g
CREAM CHEESE PUMPKIN MUFFINS
I first made this recipe back in 1987 and have since made it many times over the years because it's my children's favorite muffin recipe. -Wendy Stenman
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the filling, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg and sugar until smooth; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Beat the eggs, sugar, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Divide half of the batter among 24 greased or paper-lined muffin cups. Drop filling by teaspoonfuls over batter. Top with remaining batter. Place a pecan on each muffin if desired., Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CREAM CHEESE FILLED PUMPKIN MUFFINS
You'll love these moist muffins. They're studded with cranberries, and the cream cheese filling is a nice surprise. -Jessie Apfel, Berkeley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. For filling, beat cream cheese, sugar and syrup until smooth., In a large bowl, whisk together first seven muffin ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin and oil. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. Fold in cranberries., Fill 12 paper-lined or greased muffin cups one-third full. Drop filling by tablespoonfuls into center of each muffin; cover with remaining batter., Bake until a toothpick inserted in muffin portion comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS (LIKE STARBUCKS)
These delicious muffins are very close to the kind you can get at Starbucks. If you want to cut back on the fat, substitute some or all of the oil with natural unsweetened applesauce.
Provided by Grooved Pavement
Categories Quick Breads
Time 50m
Yield 24 muffins, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Mix cream cheese with one egg and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Put the entire mixture on a piece of wax paper or parchment paper and shape it into a long log.
- Put it in the freezer while you mix and fill the pans, up to an hour.
- Unwrap and cut with a sharp knife so each cream cheese disk equals 1-2 teaspoons. If the cream cheese disks are too big around, cut thick slices and then cut them in half. This lets you push it down into the batter easier.
- Mix all ingredients together (except cream cheese and nuts).
- Fill muffin tins (greased or paper cups) half full.
- Put cream cheese disc in the middle, pressing down.
- Sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped nuts.
- Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the muffin part (do not touch the cream cheese!).
- Let cool in pans for 5 minutes, then remove to racks to cool completely. Do not touch the cream cheese until it cools.
PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE SWIRL MUFFINS
These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins are super moist spiced pumpkin muffin and top it with swirls of sweet cream cheese that melt into the top as it bakes. you can also swap the pumpkin puree for mashed sweet potatoes for a different spin.
Provided by Bonnie G 2
Categories Dessert
Time 33m
Yield 18 muffins, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F Place paper baking cups into muffin pan. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar and brown sugar.
- Beat in eggs, vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Slowly whisk in the flour mixture, until there are no lumps. Fill muffin tins 3/4 full.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add in sugar, egg yolk and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
- Fill prepared muffin cups.
- Top each muffin with about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture and use a toothpick to swirl it into the batter. This will not look smooth, but it will bake up much prettier. (You can see exactly how I did this in the video at the top of the page.).
- Bake muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- I liked these best at room temperature or even slightly chilled.
HEALTHY PUMPKIN BRAN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS
These are my favorite fall/winter muffin. This is a mixture of recipe #204128 and recipe #189156. Delicious! And these are great, full of protein and fibre. You can feel good eating these! Note: if you arent a cheese fan, you may want to use less cheese. Put in how much looks right to your taste. Also, these are not overly sweet so add more sugar if you wish.
Provided by I Cant Believe Its
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 11-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F, and grease 12 standard size muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Roll 3-4 ounces cream cheese into little balls (as big as you perfer, and you can roll them in fine sugar if you like, too), and place single layer on wax paper in freezer while preparing rest of recipe.
- Mix cereal and milk in a large bowl and set aside for a few minutes to soften.
- While softening, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.
- Whisk pumpkin, egg, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and vanilla together, then stir in cereal and milk.
- Fold wet mixture into dry and add in the cream cheese balls **dont over mix**.
- Fill up each muffin cup, sprinkling the tops with additional cinnamon+sugar, and walnuts.
- Bake 28-38 minutes and cool on cooling rack. Tastes delish warm, but they also refrigerate and freeze well.
- SUGGESTION: Would taste delish with cream cheese icing on top :).
PUMPKIN MUFFINS WITH STREUSEL & CREAM CHEESE GLAZE
Picking up a muffin at Dunkin' is a treat, and now they can be made at home. These muffins are fabulous! They're not overly sweet, moist, tender, and full of pumpkin flavor. We loved the streusel on top. It adds sweetness to the muffin and a burst of cinnamon flavor. Drizzling a cream cheese glaze on top makes these easy muffins...
Provided by Lindsay V
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 12 tin muffin pan with liners.
- 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, egg, canola oil, applesauce, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- 4. Gradually incorporate the dry into the wet ingredients in batches. Be sure NOT to overmix! Overmixing results in dry muffins. You should still have a slightly lumpy batter, as seen in the above photo.
- 5. Fill each muffin liner 3/4 of the way full.
- 6. Now, prepare your streusel. Combine sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Add in melted butter and then add flour in batches - working the mixture with your hands until all is incorporated. The end result should be crumbly.
- 7. Add streusel evenly over unbaked muffins.
- 8. Bake for 23 - 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool completely.
- 9. To prepare the glaze: beat softened cream cheese with confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Add milk, one Tbsp at a time, until the right consistency is achieved.
- 10. Using a spoon, drizzle evenly over cooled muffins. Refrigerate to retain freshness if not serving right away.
- 11. Note: If you're concerned about the extra calories in the toppings, you can make the muffins "naked". They are actually quite healthy and clock in at less than 200 calories a serving. But, in my (muffin) opinion: Go Streusel or Go Home!
CREAM CHEESE FILLED PUMPKIN MUFFINS
Here is a knock out recipe for a moist filled muffin with a dazzling topping. It is moist and just excellent to have for breakfast or a super snack. It may appear to be involved, but not really. You will be happy you made these little gems! Enjoy!!
Provided by michEgan
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 8-10 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- O.K. lets make a great muffin!
- Preheat oven 375°F.
- In a small bowl add cream cheese, egg and 2 Tablespoon sugar. Beat till smooth, set aside.
- For Muffins:.
- Mix the sugar, flour, baking powder, soda. cinnamon, salt. Add the pumpkin and the eggs, oil and vanilla. Beat till smooth.
- With paper muffin cups, fill 1/2 to 2/3 way full with the batter. Now take the cream cheese filling and with a large teaspoon full carefully place on top of the batter, be careful not to let cream cheese filling touch the sides of the Paper cups.
- Divide up the cream cheese filling into all the cups you have filled with the pumpkin batter. It will vary for everyone. I get 10 muffins, some get 8.
- Now top with the topping.
- Combine the 4 tablespoons of flour, sugar, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoon Butter. Cut in the butter mix till all is evenly mixed. Sprinkle the topping on the top of the batter.
- Bake about 20 - 25 minutes or till done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 587.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 106.1, Sodium 412.3, Carbohydrate 92.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 60.7, Protein 7.8
PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS
You'll be glad you made this recipe for pumpkin muffins with a cream cheese filling and a streusel topping.
Provided by Barb
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Pumpkin Bread Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour 18 muffin cups, or use paper liners.
- To make the filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until soft. Add egg, vanilla and brown sugar. Beat until smooth, then set aside.
- For the streusel topping: In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, cinnamon and pecans. Add butter and cut it in with a fork until crumbly. Set aside.
- For the muffin batter: In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Make a well in the center of flour mixture and add eggs, pumpkin, olive oil and vanilla. Beat together until smooth.
- Place pumpkin mixture in muffin cups about 1/2 full. Then add one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture right in the middle of the batter. Try to keep cream cheese from touching the paper cup. Sprinkle on the streusel topping.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (195 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Cholesterol 49.8 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 225.8 mg, Sugar 28.8 g
PUMPKIN STREUSEL MUFFINS WITH CREAM CHEESE FILLING
Their cream cheese filling and sweet crunchy topping make these moist muffins one of my most requested recipes. They smell so good while baking on a cold, snowy day.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, pumpkin and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups one-fourth full. Place one cream cheese cube in the center of each muffin cup; top with remaining batter. , In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add nuts. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Ensure Proper Ingredient Measurement: Accurate measurements are crucial for successful baking. Use measuring cups and spoons specifically designed for cooking to ensure precise quantities.
- Cream Cheese Softening: To achieve a smooth and creamy texture, ensure the cream cheese is adequately softened before mixing. Microwave it for a few seconds or leave it at room temperature for some time until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Pumpkin Puree Preparation: Opt for canned pumpkin puree for convenience or make your own by roasting and pureeing fresh pumpkin. This adds a delightful homemade touch to the muffins.
- Spices and Seasonings: Feel free to adjust the spices and seasonings according to your preference. For a warmer flavor, increase the cinnamon and nutmeg. If you like a hint of spiciness, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Muffin Pan Preparation: Grease or line your muffin pan with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the muffins.
- Oven Temperature: Preheat the oven to the specified temperature before baking. This ensures even cooking and prevents undercooked or overcooked muffins.
- Cooling and Storage: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze them for longer storage.
Conclusion:
These cream cheese pumpkin muffins are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of fall with a rich and creamy texture. With their moist crumb, pumpkin spice aroma, and cream cheese filling, they are sure to be a hit among family and friends. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just want a sweet snack, these muffins are a perfect choice. Experiment with different spice combinations and toppings to create your own unique variations. Enjoy the deliciousness of pumpkin and cream cheese in every bite of these irresistible muffins.
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